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Distribution Volunteer

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Centereach, NY
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Weekly distributions run 3-5 hours. Prep days 1-2 hours. Schedule coordinated weekly with our team.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    15
    Cause Areas:
    Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Housing & Homelessness, Hunger, Food Security, Urban Areas
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Other Requirements:
    "Must be located in NYC or Long Island. Reliable transportation to distribution sites required."
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Distribution Volunteer

    Let's Feed NY is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit building permanent food access infrastructure across New York City and Long Island. We partner with Island Harvest, City Harvest, and Amazon to run weekly food distributions serving hundreds of families.

    We need 15 Distribution Volunteers to join our weekly operations. No experience required — just show up ready to work.

    What you'll do: Help set up distribution sites before families arrive. Sort and organize food by category. Hand out food directly to families. Break down the site and clean up after each distribution. Assist with loading and unloading deliveries when needed.

    Who you are: Dependable and willing to do physical work. Friendly and respectful when interacting with families. Able to lift 25-30 lbs. 16 or older. Located in NYC or Long Island with reliable transportation to sites.

    Commitment: Weekly or as your schedule allows. Distribution days run 3-5 hours. Prep days run 1-2 hours.

    What you get: Real hands-on nonprofit experience. Volunteer hours documentation and letter of recommendation. Training provided on-site. Be part of a team feeding hundreds of families every week.

    Location

    On-site

    Let's Feed NY Warehouse & Distribution Center

    Centereach, NY, USA

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    Instructions:

    Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Let's Feed NY. Once you submit your interest, a member of our team will reach out within 48 hours with next steps and upcoming distribution dates. No prior experience is needed — we provide all training on-site. Just bring a positive attitude and be ready to work.

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